Tooth removal can be intimidating and a little scary for anyone. Unfortunately, as a parent, you may be a little nervous too. Please let us guide your child to soothe, calm, and help them. It is best not to precondition a child with fears and doubts. As a parent, you can take the time to talk with Dr. Sara, an extraction specialist and a leading children’s dentist in NYC. She will be more than happy to cover all the kids tooth extraction details and help you fully understand the removal procedure. That way, everyone can be prepared for the tooth extraction experience, recovery and its aftercare.

Temporarily Space Maintainers
When this is the only option available, your child’s dentist Dr. Babich may suggest various ways of temporarily replacing the tooth until the adult tooth is ready to erupt. Sometimes she provides some form of a temporary prosthesis or use a special type of space maintainer that is fitted onto the adjacent teeth.

A space maintainer does precisely what the name suggests, helping to hold open the correct amount of space left behind by the baby tooth, preventing the adjacent teeth from drifting out of place. The space maintainer remains in position until the adult tooth is ready to come through and it’s a device that is extremely useful in helping to ensure the adult tooth erupts in the correct alignment.

Reasons for Tooth Removal
Sometimes, despite all our best efforts, a child must experience removal of a tooth. Trauma, i.e., an accident, is very frequently the reason for an emergency tooth extraction. Common causes of dental trauma are:

  • Falling
  • Contact team sports or gym at school
  • A slip in the bathtub
  • Swimming

There are other reasons a child may require removal of a tooth, which can include:
As recommended by the orthodontist, to allow permanent teeth to grow in properly in cases of severe decay.

There is Good News! Your child should be excited that the tooth fairy is on her way.

Simple Tips for Avoiding Kids Tooth Extractions
Just recently the UK released shocking figures detailing the number of tooth extractions required by kids. They found in the last year alone there were nearly 43,000 operations required to extract
badly diseased teeth in children and teenagers. These figures are pretty shocking, but childhood tooth decay is a worldwide problem.

Get Educated

Dental education is extremely important but many parents, particularly first-time parents are confused about how best to look after their kid’s teeth. You may not realize this is one area where your pediatric dentist Dr. Babich can help you. When you take your child to visit a pediatric dentist Dr. Babich, remember she can offer advice and practical help on how to properly care for your child’s teeth. This includes information on which toothbrush and toothpaste to use as well as practical demonstrations on how to brush a young child’s teeth correctly. Flossing is another area where Dr. Babich can help you because it is essential to begin flossing your child’s teeth when they come into contact. The contact areas in between teeth are often prone to tooth decay.

Get Your Child into a Good Oral Hygiene Routine

As soon as you can, develop a good daily oral hygiene routine to brush and floss your kid’s teeth and make sure you stick to this routine. While many children will want to brush on their own, most will require supervision until at least age 7. You will have to floss your child’s teeth until they are age 10 because this is a task that takes quite a bit of dexterity. There are lots of things you can do to make tooth brushing more enjoyable for everyone. For example, let your child choose a toothbrush they find appealing, perhaps in the shape of their favorite cartoon character. Also, buy them their own toothpaste and let them choose the flavor, even if it seems unappealing to you.

Ask Dr. Babich, Your Kids Dentist for Dietary Advice

Are you confused about which foods are best for healthy teeth? You’re not alone!

The information given on packaged food can be extremely misleading, easily fooling you into believing you are giving your child something that is great for their health, but which can have high levels of hidden sugars. Childhood tooth decay can easily be caused by sugary snacks that are initially appear healthy and good for kids. Sugary beverages are another major problem and especially fruit juices. It can be a great idea to talk to Dr. Babich about your child’s diet, particularly if they have had some problems with tooth decay.

Dr. Babich can advise you on how much sugar your child should be consuming each day and if necessary can even analyze their diet. Most children enjoy fruit juice but unfortunately, it is packed with sugar. Ideally, give your kid plain water to drink and encourage them to eat fresh fruit or raw, crunchy veggies.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, visit our NYC kids dentistry center or call Upper East Side pediatric dentist Dr. Babich at (212) 988-4070.

Pediatric Dentistry: Dr. Sara B. Babich, DDS
116 E 84th St,
New York, NY 10028
(212) 988-4070
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